Our chat with CAA Brand Management’s Ellie Parry about being hands-on with brands was our most read interview of the year.

Actor – and passionate Warhammer fan – Henry Cavill is set to star in and executive produce the Warhammer 40,000 franchise across all Amazon Studios productions.

“With the explosion of Barbiecore and the post-Covid obsession with home décor, this is the perfect moment to consider the Dreamhouse’s cultural impact and legacy,” said co-editor Whitney Mallett.

The Tubbytronic Dipsy Boots are ‘Teletubbies meets goth’, with the vegan boots adorned with silver chains and a Dipsy head.

The collaboration with Middle-earth Enterprises was brokered by Asgard Media, who signed Vignobles Bardet as a client during lockdown.

We asked figures in the licensing industry for their favourite launches of the year. The only caveat… They couldn’t choose a product or experience they were involved in!

The range kicks off with Christmas Tree Moonpig, and future launches include Dino Moonpig, Heart Moonpig and Avo Moonpig.

Attractions will include the Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge ride, Toadstool Café and the 1-UP Factory gift shop.

“Skilful design and premium quality were key to the collaboration, underpinned by a shared passion for celebrating heritage,” said Jack Wanstall, Senior Licensing Manager at the Royal Armouries.

The magic brands behind Magic Light Pictures: Aidan Taylor-Gooby discusses the BAFTA-winning business